Basic Driving; Steering In Tight Spots - Golden Technologies Buzzaround Carry On GB120 Owner's Manual

VI. RIDING YOUR Carry On

BASIC DRIVING

1. Make certain that you are seated safely and properly on your Golden Carry On.
2. Turn the speed control dial fully clockwise to its slowest setting.
3. Insert the key into the key switch—if you have not already done so.
4. Turn the key clockwise to the "On" position. See figure 11 on page 20.
5. Place your hands on the handgrips.
• If you wish to drive forward, pull back on the right side of the throttle control lever.
• If you wish to drive in reverse, pull back the left side of the throttle control lever.
6. Pull on the throttle control lever to gently accelerate your Carry On.
7. Release the throttle control lever to allow your Carry On to come gently to a full stop.
8. Practice these two basic functions until you feel that you have control of your scooter.
Steering
Steering your Golden Carry On is easy and logical.
1. With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller (see figure 4 on page 14), turn the tiller
to the right to travel to the right.
2. With both hands on the handgrips of the tiller (see figure 4 on page 14), turn the tiller
to the left to travel to the left.
3. Make certain to maintain sufficient clearance when turning your scooter so that the
rear wheels will clear any obstacle.
Turning your scooter too sharply at too high a speed may create
a situation where one of the rear wheels will leave the ground. This may increase
the possibility of tipping the scooter. Avoid this danger at all times by decelerating
and steering a wide arc around corners and obstacles.
Steering in a Tight Spot
If you must steer in a tight spot, such as entering a doorway or when turning around:
1. Bring your Carry On to a full stop.
2. Set speed at the lowest setting.
3. Turn the tiller to the direction in which you wish to drive.
For more information on dealing with obstacles and tight spots, see "Control Through
Tight Spots" on the next page.
Steering in Reverse
Backing up your Carry On requires attention to what you are doing.
• Use extreme caution when operating your scooter in reverse.
• Plan your route to avoid getting into a difficult situation.
• Make sure your proposed route is clear of people, pets, and obstacles.
1. Use your left fingers to pull back on the throttle control lever. See figure 5 on page 16.
2. Turn the tiller to the left to drive in reverse to the left.
3. Turn the tiller to the right to drive in reverse to the right.
Your Carry On's speed in reverse is fifty percent of the speed set at the
speed control dial.
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